LOVE: Studded Low Heel Boot by Target

I tried on these Studded Low Heel Black Boot by Target over the weekend.
I LOVED the look of them but they're so uncomfortable. Still tempted though haha.

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ARTICLE: Can I Thrift Better For Myself Than A Paid Stylist?

If you didn't read my I'm Glad I Didn't Buy A Personalised Style Bundle that I posted the other day, this article will be horribly confusing. But after that disaster (definitely read it), I wanted to challenge myself to see if I could do better at thrifting pieces for myself than a person who actually gets paid to thrift professionally. 

You would think I know my style better than a paid stylist - and of course I do - but that doesn't mean that I'd have more luck as it's all about the items you find on the day. So, I decided to get in the car, hit up some thrift stores and see what I could find without a budget because I honestly didn't expect to find anything.

LOVE: Sequin Mini Length Occasion Skirt by Target

I'll be completely honest with you, I almost bought this
Sequin Mini Length Occasion Skirt by Target
for myself yesterday... even though it's made for kids.

But if you have slim legs and hips like me, I recommend trying
it on if you fancy. I tried on the 14 but it goes up to size 16.

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THEME: Disney Mickey Halloween Plush by Target

Disney Mickey Halloween Plush by Target

He has the cutest tail... shame this photo doesn't show it!

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LOVE: Australian Cotton Blend Long Sleeve Batwing Jumper by Target

I love Australian Cotton Blend Long Sleeve Batwing Jumper by Target
... not so much the outfit though :/ But it's on sale now!

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LOVE: Womens Star Stud Detail Moulded Footbed Sandal by Target

Womens Star Stud Detail Moulded Footbed Sandal by Target

I also like them in black and red. I'm too torn to pick one colour.

So cute!

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LOVE: Womens Split Side Ankle Boot by Target

Saying no to buying these Womens Split Side Ankle Boot by Target
was actually very, very difficult. They're so Noel Fielding!

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THEME: Snowy Alaskan Prelit Christmas Tree by Target

This Snowy Alaskan Prelit Christmas Tree by Target is the 

one that took all my willpower not to purchase! I love it so!

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THEME: Battery Operated LED Light Up Pillar Scene by Anko

This Battery Operated LED Light Up Pillar Scene by Anko
via Kmart and Target may be the one thing I actually purchase =D

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NEW: Beauty Headband by OXX Cosmetics

My Mum bought me this Beauty Headband by OXX Cosmetics via Target
and I'm totally obsessed! I assume it's a copy of some high-end brand,
but I don't know either way, so I just LOVE it!

The good news, too, is that I was able to replace my other headband.
It was stretchy, fluffy and so impractical that I never wore it as intended.

This one I have been wearing every day when I do my skincare. It's perfection!

I know it's quite a trendy item, but I'll use this one for years (hopefully forever!).

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LOVE: 3/4 Balloon Sleeve Dress with Tie Up Belt by Preview

 

3/4 Balloon Sleeve Dress with Tie Up Belt by Preview via Target

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NEW: Boxing Day Sales Buys

 

HAPPY BOXING DAY! and belated MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Please forgive my lack of posts. With New Zealand and work, time got away from me. My bad. But I want to share details of my trip - so I plan on doing a tonne of write ups over this long weekend =D

Today, however, I hit the shops for the boxing day sales. I can't remember ever actually going - maybe once or twice with my parents back in the day - but I got up early, braved the rain (hey, the wet rat look is in, right?) and hit three shopping centres. Yes, three! Why just settle for one, I say?

I actually did quite well. I didn't go nuts and buy things I haven't had my eyes on for ages or don't need. And everything was under $15. Yes! $15! Bargain!
 

This is what I got:

Grease Sleep Tee from Peter Alexander 

Lily Loves Lace Hem T-Shirt Dress in Black and Stripe from Target
Black Dress from Portmans
Shorts from Glassons

The Grease tee I've wanted since I first saw it but I couldn't justify the price tag as I can't see me wearing it so often - also, strangely enough, I'm not actually a huge fan of the movie, but I just loved the print. I want to wear it with a pencil skirt and make it look really professional-looking. 

The Target dresses were an odd one. I'd seen someone wearing the striped one and I loved it on them but I didn't know where it came from. I then stumbled across the dress on Target's eBay website, but I didn't fancy paying postage when I could just go into the store. Then it went on sale and I was more inclined, but I thought I still should try it on for size. I ended up finding it in black too so I ended up just buying both in the end. They're super comfy and light. So great for summer! 

The black Portmans dress was more of a desperate purchase. I was rushing to Peter Alexander but I quickly ran into Portmans along the way. I found this dress. It didn't have a proper tag and didn't seem to really belong anywhere. I think it must have been the last one. My guess is someone cut the tags off and returned it, so they sent it to their outlet store. Anyway, being the last one, it meant that it was very cheap! I didn't have time to try it on so I took a leap of faith and hoped that it would fit. I desperately need something for NYE and I hoped this would be the one. When I got home and tried it on and it fit, I just knew it was perfect. It was a lucky break as I really am cutting it close.

The Glassons shorts I'd seen it store and liked before, but I'm not much of a shorts wearer - but I need some shorts for my trip away to Queensland next year, so I thought I should probably get them while they're so heavily discounted. Luckily, they had plenty of sizes available.

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NEW: Sheer Floral Shirt by Target

 

Months ago I saw this ^ shirt in Target and I absolutely LOVED it! I have found that I have two types of buying styles. 1) I see something and must have it there and then! The price is right, I want to wear it straight away and/or I'm afraid it's going to sell out. 2) I see something but I need a little time to talk myself into it, see what I could match it with and/or wait for a sale.

This shirt fell l into the second category. I loved it but felt like I didn't need it straight away so I waited. I was so happy to get it on sale for $9. Bargain! I love it so!

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COLLECTION: Roberto Cavalli for Target

Roberto Cavalli for Target will be sold in 137 Target stores nationally from tomorrow. The Designer series has a history of selling out fast so if you're interested in anything, I suggest you head instores asap.

Pros:

- Also comes in plus sizes

- Great affordable prices

- Cute prints in lightweight fabric

- Great for Summer

- It's Roberto 'freakin' Cavalli! ... 'nough said.

Con:

- I'm saving for Sydney and won't be able to purchase anything ... damn.

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The full collection is under the cut.

Check the Roberto Cavalli for Target website for more details.